7 h. ago Singapore’s opposition, Filipino in running for pope, India vs Pakistan: 7 Asia highlights

From a Filipino tipped to be pope to Indians rethinking their US study plans, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

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8 h. ago European airlines steer clear of Pakistan airspace as India tensions mount

Air France and Lufthansa are among the growing list of carriers taking longer, costlier routes to Asia.

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12 h. ago Fear factor: more Japanese worry war ‘likely’ to break out in Asia, survey shows

Conflict in Ukraine and the growing assertiveness of China and North Korea are among the reasons for growing public anxiety, analysts say.

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12 h. ago India worried about Chinese 'dumping' as trade tensions with Trump escalate

India worried about Chinese 'dumping' as trade tensions with Trump escalate  BBC

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13 h. ago First day of jury selection wraps in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sex crimes trial

Prosecutors say Combs coerced victims into drug-fuelled sex parties using threats, violence. Musician has pleaded not guilty on all counts.

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16 h. ago 3 dead, 7 missing after suspected migrant boat capsizes off California coast

At least some of the boat’s occupants were apparently from India, Coast Guard spokesperson says.

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20 h. ago India to hold drills in case of ‘hostile attack’ amid Kashmir tensions with Pakistan

The mock civil defence drills will focus on evacuation and civilian training to counter potential threats from Pakistan.

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23 h. ago China reiterates its unwavering support for Pakistan amid regional tensions with India

China reiterates its unwavering support for Pakistan amid regional tensions with India  The Economic Times

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25 h. ago UK should not fear trade with China – but it needs to keep risks in check | Gerard Lyons

UK should not fear trade with China – but it needs to keep risks in check | Gerard Lyons  The Guardian

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29 h. ago Indonesians criticise public transport mandate for Jakarta’s civil servants

The civil servants have to take public transport every Wednesday in the capital, which is ranked the world’s seventh most congested city.

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49 h. ago Weddings in Kashmir not interrupted by fear of India, violence

Tensions have soared since India accused Pakistan of backing a shooting that killed 26 civilians on the Indian side of the disputed territory.

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52 h. ago Viral video: Industrial robot goes berserk in China, injures workers after ‘coding error’

Viral video: Industrial robot goes berserk in China, injures workers after ‘coding error’  Times of India

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2 d. ago Woman dies in Greece when bomb she’s holding explodes, say police

The woman, 38, was apparently carrying the device to place outside a bank in the city of Thessaloniki. Greece has a long history of politically-motivated violence.

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3 d. ago Trump's China tariffs are raising costs for wedding dresses and threatening the small shops that sell them

Trump's China tariffs are raising costs for wedding dresses and threatening the small shops that sell them  CNBC

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3 d. ago Pakistan tests missile amid tension with India after Kashmir attack

The nuclear-armed nations have been ratcheting up pressure after India vowed to punish those responsible for April’s fatal terror attack; Pakistan denies involvement.

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3 d. ago China's Amazon rival Temu's good news for buyers and Why it is very good news for Donald Trump

China's Amazon rival Temu's good news for buyers and Why it is very good news for Donald Trump  Times of India

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3 d. ago Global automakers eye India as reciprocal tariffs on China raise vehicle costs in US: Nomura

Global automakers eye India as reciprocal tariffs on China raise vehicle costs in US: Nomura  The Economic Times

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3 d. ago Bangladesh misses chance to ease tensions with India over Hindu priest’s case

Dhaka has filed an appeal against a court order granting bail to Chinmoy Krishna Das, who was arrested last year over a flag incident.

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3 d. ago Pakistan Air Force showcases advanced Chinese weapons as tensions escalate with India

The PAF releases footage highlighting its ‘potent’ PL-15 missiles and a radar system described as a ‘game-changer’.

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4 d. ago Indonesian students in US fear immigration crackdown over political views

Concerns have heightened after an Indonesian student had his US visa revoked and was allegedly detained over his political activism.

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